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{{Short description|Sri Lankan five star general}}
{{for|the similar military rank in other countries|Field Marshal}}
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{{Infobox military rank
{{Infobox military rank
| name = Field Marshal
| name = Field marshal
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| image = [[File:Sri Lanka-army-OF-10.svg|75px]]
| image = Rank flag for Field marshal (Sri Lanka).svg
| caption = [[Emblem of Sri Lanka|National emblem]] over a crossed [[Baston (weapon)|baton]] and saber in a lotus blossom wreath.
| image_size = 100
| image2 = [[File:Star insignia of Field Marshal (India).jpg|150px]]
| caption2 = Star insignia of Field marshal
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| caption = Rank flag
| image2 = 5 Gold Stars.svg
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| caption2 = Star insignia for field marshal
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| image3 = Sri Lanka-army-OF-10.svg
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| caption3 = Shoulder insignia for field marshal
| country = {{flag|Sri Lanka}}
| country = {{flag|Sri Lanka}}
| service branch = {{army|Sri Lanka}}
| service branch = {{army|Sri Lanka}}
| abbreviation = FM
| abbreviation = FM
| rank = [[Five-star rank|Five star]]
| rank group =
| NATO rank = OF 10
| rank = [[Five-star rank]]
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| Non-NATO rank =
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| pay grade =
| formation = 22 March 2015
| formation = 22 March 2015
| abolished =
| higher rank =
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| higher rank = None
| lower rank = [[General (Sri Lanka)|General]]
| lower rank = [[General (Sri Lanka)|General]]
| equivalents = {{navy|Sri Lanka}} - [[Admiral of the Fleet]] <br> {{air force|Sri Lanka}} - [[Marshal of the Air Force]]
| equivalents = [[Admiral of the fleet (Sri Lanka)|Admiral of the fleet]] {{small|([[Sri Lanka Navy|Navy]])}}<br />[[Marshal of the Sri Lanka Air Force|Marshal of the air force]] {{small|([[Sri Lanka Air Force|Air Force]])}}
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{{Military ranks}}
{{Sri Lanka Army}}
'''Field Marshal''' (FM) is a [[Five-star rank|five-star]] [[General officer]] rank and the highest attainable rank in the [[Sri Lanka Army]]. [[Field Marshal]] is ranked immediately above [[General]] and has been awarded only once, to [[Sarath Fonseka]] as an <!--ceremonial/war time--> [[honorary rank]].<ref>{{cite web |title=PROMOTION APPROVED BY HIS EXCELLENCY THE PRESIDENT |url=http://www.documents.gov.lk/files/egz/2015/3/1906-51_E.pdf |website=documents.gov.lk |publisher=THE DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT PRINTING, SRI LANKA. |access-date=6 April 2021}}</ref> It is equivalent to [[Admiral of the Fleet]] and [[Marshal of the Air Force|Marshal of the Sri Lanka Air Force]].<ref name="army">{{cite web |url=http://army.lk/detailed.php?NewsId=9469 |title=Nation Salutes War Veteran, General Sarath Fonseka (Retd) Conferring Field Marshal Rank |publisher=army.lk |accessdate=2015-03-22}}</ref>
'''Field marshal''' (FM) is the [[five-star rank]] of the [[Sri Lanka Army]] and ranks immediately above [[General (Sri Lanka)|general]]. the rank has been awarded only once, to [[Sarath Fonseka]] as an <!--ceremonial/war time--> [[honorary rank]].<ref>{{cite web |title=PROMOTION APPROVED BY HIS EXCELLENCY THE PRESIDENT |url=http://www.documents.gov.lk/files/egz/2015/3/1906-51_E.pdf |website=documents.gov.lk |publisher=THE DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT PRINTING, SRI LANKA. |access-date=6 April 2021}}</ref> It is equivalent to [[Admiral of the fleet (Sri Lanka)|admiral of the fleet]] and [[marshal of the Sri Lanka Air Force]].<ref name="army">{{cite web |url=http://army.lk/detailed.php?NewsId=9469 |title=Nation Salutes War Veteran, General Sarath Fonseka (Retd) Conferring Field Marshal Rank |publisher=army.lk |accessdate=2015-03-22 |archive-date=2015-04-02 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150402133226/http://www.army.lk/detailed.php?NewsId=9469 |url-status=dead }}</ref>


==Privileges==
==Privileges==
A Field Marshal remains a serving officer on the active list of the Sri Lankan Army for life. It is an honorary position with no command or administrative responsibilities, and the officer is not subject to the Army Act. Therefore, a Field Marshal is permitted to engage in political activities and take up political appointments. In the [[order of precedence]], the rank holder is equivalent to a [[cabinet minister]]. He can participate in uniform to all ceremonial occasions. An officer of this rank is entitled to an office maintained by the Army along with an [[Aide-de-camp|aide-de-camp]] and [[Staff (military)|personal staff]]; as well as all privileges entitled to a serving General for life. This includes pay, an official residence, transport and a security detail. Furthermore, such an officer is entitled to receive a [[guard of honor]] composed of four officers and 150 other ranks and a [[military funeral]] on his death with a [[21-gun salute]]. The widow of such an officer is entitled to the pay, allowances and residence given to her husband for life.<ref name=elevated>[http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=Gen_GSC_Fonseka_elevated_to_the_rank_of_Field_Marshal_20150322_01 Gen. GSC Fonseka elevated to the rank of 'Field Marshal'], Ministry of Defence (Sri Lanka), Retrieved 29 March 2015</ref><ref>[http://www.lankaenews.com/news/332/en Field Marshal post with Lifetime cabinet powers for General Sarath Fonseka..!]</ref>
A field marshal remains a serving officer on the active list of the Sri Lankan Army for life. It is a honorary position with no command or administrative responsibilities, and the officer is not subject to the Army Act. Therefore, a field marshal is permitted to engage in political activities and take up political appointments. In the [[Sri Lankan order of precedence|order of precedence]], the rank holder is equivalent to a [[cabinet minister]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.moha.gov.lk/web/images/downloads/National_Items/Table_of_Precedence.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=2021-11-02 |archive-date=2021-10-28 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028065148/http://www.moha.gov.lk/web/images/downloads/National_Items/Table_of_Precedence.pdf |url-status=dead }}</ref> He can participate in uniform to all ceremonial occasions. An officer of this rank is entitled to an office maintained by the Army along with an [[aide-de-camp]] and [[Staff (military)|personal staff]]; as well as all privileges entitled to a serving General for life. This includes pay, an official residence, transport and a security detail. Furthermore, such an officer is entitled to receive a [[guard of honor]] composed of four officers and 150 other ranks and a [[military funeral]] on his death with a [[21-gun salute]]. The widow of such an officer is entitled to the pay, allowances and residence given to her husband for life.<ref name=elevated>[http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=Gen_GSC_Fonseka_elevated_to_the_rank_of_Field_Marshal_20150322_01 Gen. GSC Fonseka elevated to the rank of field marshal], Ministry of Defence (Sri Lanka), Retrieved 29 March 2015</ref><ref>[http://www.lankaenews.com/news/332/en Field Marshal post with Lifetime cabinet powers for General Sarath Fonseka..!]</ref>


==Insignia of rank==
==Insignia of rank==
A Field Marshal's insignia consists of the [[Emblem of Sri Lanka|National emblem]] over a crossed batons in a lotus blossom wreath. The ''Gorget Patches Field Marshal Officer pattern'', gold/silver oak leaf chain of two oak leave, five gold/silver stars on scarlet background with a gold/silver button; worn on Dress No 2A, 4, 5, 5A, 6, 6A, 6B, 7 and 8. On appointment, Field marshals are awarded a Gold-tipped [[Baton (symbol)|baton]] (which they may carry on formal occasions) and a personal flag.<ref name="defence">{{cite web |url=http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=All_Ranks_Privileges_Pension_Restored_for_General_Fonseka_20150128_02 |title= All Ranks, Privileges &amp; Pension Restored for General (Retd) Sarath Fonseka |publisher=defence.lk |accessdate=2015-03-22}}</ref><ref>[http://newsfirst.lk/english/2015/04/what-makes-a-field-marshal-photos/87488 What makes a Field Marshal], Ramesh Irugalbandara, newsfirst.lk, Retrieved 5 April 2015</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Dress Regulation PDF - Part I |url=https://www.army.lk/sites/all/themes/bootstrap/common/images/images2/downloads/Dress-regulation-2019-PART-I.pdf |website=army.lk |publisher=Sri Lanka Army |access-date=20 May 2021}}</ref>
A field marshal's insignia consists of the [[Emblem of Sri Lanka|National emblem]] over a crossed batons in a lotus blossom wreath.<ref>{{cite web |title=Dress Regulation PDF - Part I |url=https://www.army.lk/sites/all/themes/bootstrap/common/images/images2/downloads/Dress-regulation-2019-PART-I.pdf |website=army.lk |publisher=Sri Lanka Army |pages=10–8 |date=January 2019 |access-date=20 May 2021}}</ref> Field marshals are awarded a Gold-tipped [[Baton (symbol)|baton]] (which they may carry on formal occasions), five stars insignia (vehicle star plate) and a personal flag.<ref name="defence">{{cite web |url=http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=All_Ranks_Privileges_Pension_Restored_for_General_Fonseka_20150128_02 |title= All Ranks, Privileges & Pension Restored for General (Retd) Sarath Fonseka |publisher=defence.lk |accessdate=2015-03-22}}</ref><ref>[http://newsfirst.lk/english/2015/04/what-makes-a-field-marshal-photos/87488 What makes a Field Marshal] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180126195115/http://newsfirst.lk/english/2015/04/what-makes-a-field-marshal-photos/87488 |date=2018-01-26 }}, Ramesh Irugalbandara, newsfirst.lk, Retrieved 5 April 2015</ref>


The ''Sri Lanka Army Dress Regulations'', lays out the field marshal's uniform. It is in line with the uniform of a general officer (with underling parent regimental traditions) with a few unique variations. These include the [[gorget patches]] of the field marshal pattern of gold/silver oak leaf chain of two oak leave, five gold/silver stars on scarlet background with a gold/silver button; worn on Dress No 2A, 4, 5, 5A, 6, 6A, 6B, 7 and 8; and special [[epaulettes]] for Dress No 2 and 2A.<ref>{{cite web |title=Dress Regulation PDF - Part I |url=https://www.army.lk/sites/all/themes/bootstrap/common/images/images2/downloads/Dress-regulation-2019-PART-I.pdf |website=army.lk |publisher=Sri Lanka Army |pages=2-14, 7-23 |date=January 2019 |access-date=20 May 2021}}</ref>
==Uniform==
A Field Marshal's uniform is unique in that it follows the Sri Lanka Army dress regulations, but is not subject to them.<ref>[http://newsfirst.lk/english/2016/02/field-marshal-sarath-fonseka-to-take-oaths-as-mp-tomorrow/127725 Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka to take oaths as MP tomorrow]</ref> A notable difference is the use of five-star red [[gorget patches]].<ref>[http://newsfirst.lk/english/2015/04/what-makes-a-field-marshal-photos/87488 What makes a Field Marshal ?]</ref>


==List of Field Marshals==
==List of field marshals==
[[Sarath Fonseka]] was the first and, to date, only [[Sri Lankan Army]] officer to be promoted to the rank. He was promoted on 22 March 2015.
[[Sarath Fonseka]] was the first and, to date, only [[Sri Lankan Army]] officer to be promoted to the rank. He was promoted on 22 March 2015.<ref name=elevated/><ref name=Portal>[http://www.news.lk/news/sri-lanka/item/6710-sarath-fonseka-to-be-bestowed-with-field-marshal-title Sarath Fonseka to be bestowed with Field Marshal Title] NEWS.LK (The Official Government News Portal of Sri Lanka), Retrieved 29 March 2015</ref><ref name=Express>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150325082502/http://www.newindianexpress.com/world/General-Fonseka-Made-Field-Marshal/2015/03/22/article2725227.ece General Fonseka Made Field Marshal] - P.K.Balachandran, [[The Indian Express]], Retrieved 29 March 2015</ref>
[[File:Sarath Fonseka portrait.jpg|border|left|thumb|Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, the only recipient of the Rank]]


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 14:46, 9 October 2024

For the similar military rank in other countries, see Field marshal.
Field marshal
Rank flag
Star insignia for field marshal
Shoulder insignia for field marshal
Country Sri Lanka
Service branch Sri Lanka Army
AbbreviationFM
RankFive-star rank
Formation22 March 2015
Next lower rankGeneral
Equivalent ranksAdmiral of the fleet (Navy)
Marshal of the air force (Air Force)
Sri Lanka Army
Components
History
Equipment
Leadership and ranks

Field marshal (FM) is the five-star rank of the Sri Lanka Army and ranks immediately above general. the rank has been awarded only once, to Sarath Fonseka as an honorary rank.[1] It is equivalent to admiral of the fleet and marshal of the Sri Lanka Air Force.[2]

Privileges

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A field marshal remains a serving officer on the active list of the Sri Lankan Army for life. It is a honorary position with no command or administrative responsibilities, and the officer is not subject to the Army Act. Therefore, a field marshal is permitted to engage in political activities and take up political appointments. In the order of precedence, the rank holder is equivalent to a cabinet minister.[3] He can participate in uniform to all ceremonial occasions. An officer of this rank is entitled to an office maintained by the Army along with an aide-de-camp and personal staff; as well as all privileges entitled to a serving General for life. This includes pay, an official residence, transport and a security detail. Furthermore, such an officer is entitled to receive a guard of honor composed of four officers and 150 other ranks and a military funeral on his death with a 21-gun salute. The widow of such an officer is entitled to the pay, allowances and residence given to her husband for life.[4][5]

Insignia of rank

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A field marshal's insignia consists of the National emblem over a crossed batons in a lotus blossom wreath.[6] Field marshals are awarded a Gold-tipped baton (which they may carry on formal occasions), five stars insignia (vehicle star plate) and a personal flag.[7][8]

The Sri Lanka Army Dress Regulations, lays out the field marshal's uniform. It is in line with the uniform of a general officer (with underling parent regimental traditions) with a few unique variations. These include the gorget patches of the field marshal pattern of gold/silver oak leaf chain of two oak leave, five gold/silver stars on scarlet background with a gold/silver button; worn on Dress No 2A, 4, 5, 5A, 6, 6A, 6B, 7 and 8; and special epaulettes for Dress No 2 and 2A.[9]

List of field marshals

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Sarath Fonseka was the first and, to date, only Sri Lankan Army officer to be promoted to the rank. He was promoted on 22 March 2015.[4][10][11]

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, the only recipient of the Rank

References

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  1. ^ "PROMOTION APPROVED BY HIS EXCELLENCY THE PRESIDENT" (PDF). documents.gov.lk. THE DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT PRINTING, SRI LANKA. Retrieved 6 April 2021.
  2. ^ "Nation Salutes War Veteran, General Sarath Fonseka (Retd) Conferring Field Marshal Rank". army.lk. Archived from the original on 2015-04-02. Retrieved 2015-03-22.
  3. ^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2021-11-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  4. ^ a b Gen. GSC Fonseka elevated to the rank of field marshal, Ministry of Defence (Sri Lanka), Retrieved 29 March 2015
  5. ^ Field Marshal post with Lifetime cabinet powers for General Sarath Fonseka..!
  6. ^ "Dress Regulation PDF - Part I" (PDF). army.lk. Sri Lanka Army. January 2019. pp. 10–8. Retrieved 20 May 2021.
  7. ^ "All Ranks, Privileges & Pension Restored for General (Retd) Sarath Fonseka". defence.lk. Retrieved 2015-03-22.
  8. ^ What makes a Field Marshal Archived 2018-01-26 at the Wayback Machine, Ramesh Irugalbandara, newsfirst.lk, Retrieved 5 April 2015
  9. ^ "Dress Regulation PDF - Part I" (PDF). army.lk. Sri Lanka Army. January 2019. pp. 2–14, 7–23. Retrieved 20 May 2021.
  10. ^ Sarath Fonseka to be bestowed with Field Marshal Title NEWS.LK (The Official Government News Portal of Sri Lanka), Retrieved 29 March 2015
  11. ^ General Fonseka Made Field Marshal - P.K.Balachandran, The Indian Express, Retrieved 29 March 2015
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